From New Mexico to Living Aboard with Two Little Ones

Hakuna Matata · 22-10-2009, 22:01

Hello friends!

We are Rosa Linda and Nathan, to be known collectively in these forums by our boat's name, which is "Hakuna Matata."

We're a couple from the mountains of New Mexico that just put all our stuff in storage, bought a 42' sailing catamaran in Fort Lauderdale and moved aboard with two little girls and a German Shepherd.

We have been aboard for about 6 weeks and are now in West Palm Beach preparing for our first crossing to the Bahamas. We would love to meet up with others who will also be crossing soon. Just awaiting our dog's import papers and favorable weather conditions.

Also, very much interested in any ideas on making it all work with a 2 and 4 year old on board. We have been reading many of your posts with interest (how to train a dog to go on the "poop deck," what safety suggestions people have for kids, etc.) and look forward to contributing in whatever way we can along the way.

rebel heart · 22-10-2009, 22:17

Good luck and welcome aboard. You're in for some amazing adventures; I hope you have a good camera and keep some journals!

SkiprJohn · 23-10-2009, 19:12

Aloha and Welcome aboard!
regards

colemj · 27-10-2009, 06:00

Hi guys,

Congrats! Which Manta do you have (Hull #, previous name)? We are in Norfolk and heading down your way for the Bahamas and points further south on our Manta 40. Can't help with the kid or dog stuff, but if you have any technical questions about the boat just give a shout.

Mark

PHIL+MARYANNE · 29-10-2009, 16:04

Congrats on a Manta MKIV - I assume that used to be Long Reach?

1. Be sure to join the Manta-Owners forum (this is a private, VERY helpful forum for Manta Owners). Go to Yahoo Groups and request permission be emailing the moderator.
2. Arni and his wife - Cam and two daughters have been sailing on Jade - Manta #95, for 4+ years.... ALL the way to Australia, Japan and Korea!!! He is a WONDERFUL resource. And their website is great - even has videos of cruising with kids in big seas. www.camarni.com.

We're in the Virgin Islands, but have cruised the Carib, Bahamas and East Coast on Calypso - Manta MKIV #112 - for the past three years. FANTASTIC! Lots of pics and links on our website - Home. Drop us an email if you have any specific questions.
Cheers!
Phil & MaryAnne von Stade
Calypso
Virgin Gorda....

22-10-2009, 22:17	#2
rebel heart Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego Boat: Hans Christian 36 Posts: 947	Good luck and welcome aboard. You're in for some amazing adventures; I hope you have a good camera and keep some journals! __________________ Keep the water on the outside, you on the inside, and the stick in the air. http://rebelheart.squarespace.com

23-10-2009, 19:12	#3
SkiprJohn Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kea'au, Big Island, Hawaii Boat: Cascade, Cutter, 42 - "Casual" Posts: 5,198	Aloha and Welcome aboard! regards __________________ JohnL Click to Search Cruisers Forum Archives, Twenty Small Sailboats to Take You Anywhere, Vigor, http://www.atomvoyages.com/articles/boatlist.htm, http://www.mahina.com/boats.html

27-10-2009, 06:00	#4
colemj Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Heading South Boat: Manta 40 - Reach Posts: 497	Hi guys, Congrats! Which Manta do you have (Hull #, previous name)? We are in Norfolk and heading down your way for the Bahamas and points further south on our Manta 40. Can't help with the kid or dog stuff, but if you have any technical questions about the boat just give a shout. Mark __________________ www.svreach.com

29-10-2009, 16:04	#5
PHIL+MARYANNE Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Portland, ME Boat: Manta 42 "Calypso" Posts: 28	Welcome! Congrats on a Manta MKIV - I assume that used to be Long Reach? 1. Be sure to join the Manta-Owners forum (this is a private, VERY helpful forum for Manta Owners). Go to Yahoo Groups and request permission be emailing the moderator. 2. Arni and his wife - Cam and two daughters have been sailing on Jade - Manta #95, for 4+ years.... ALL the way to Australia, Japan and Korea!!! He is a WONDERFUL resource. And their website is great - even has videos of cruising with kids in big seas. www.camarni.com. We're in the Virgin Islands, but have cruised the Carib, Bahamas and East Coast on Calypso - Manta MKIV #112 - for the past three years. FANTASTIC! Lots of pics and links on our website - Home. Drop us an email if you have any specific questions. Cheers! Phil & MaryAnne von Stade Calypso Virgin Gorda.... __________________ Phil & MaryAnne von Stade Calypso www.mantacatamaranforsale.com

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22-10-2009, 22:01	#1
Hakuna Matata Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Boat: Manta, Mark IV, 42' - Hakuna Matata Posts: 4	From New Mexico to Living Aboard with Two Little Ones Hello friends! We are Rosa Linda and Nathan, to be known collectively in these forums by our boat's name, which is "Hakuna Matata." We're a couple from the mountains of New Mexico that just put all our stuff in storage, bought a 42' sailing catamaran in Fort Lauderdale and moved aboard with two little girls and a German Shepherd. We have been aboard for about 6 weeks and are now in West Palm Beach preparing for our first crossing to the Bahamas. We would love to meet up with others who will also be crossing soon. Just awaiting our dog's import papers and favorable weather conditions. Also, very much interested in any ideas on making it all work with a 2 and 4 year old on board. We have been reading many of your posts with interest (how to train a dog to go on the "poop deck," what safety suggestions people have for kids, etc.) and look forward to contributing in whatever way we can along the way.

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